Atalissa, IA

Iowa

Atalissa is a small town in Iowa with a population of 297. Residents earn $69,250 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
297 Population 2,121/sq mi density
$69,250 Median Income $36,974 per capita
$130,900 Home Value $194,342 Zillow
$738 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$69,250 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,900 home value, $738/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,250
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,900
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

How Atalissa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population297
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density2,121/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,250
Per Capita$36,974
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$3,242M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,900
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,342
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation663 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute29 min
Broadband91.7%
Libraries3

Is Atalissa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atalissa receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Atalissa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atalissa is $69,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atalissa is $130,900, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Atalissa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Atalissa has a population of 297 with a density of 2,121 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 2% Black.

Population

297
Total Population
2,121
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Atalissa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Atalissa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atalissa is $69,250, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Atalissa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,250
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,974
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$71,292

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,233
County GDP$3,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants105
Healthcare99
Retail128
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,864
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Atalissa is $130,900, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,342.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,900
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,342

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,864
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Atalissa, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Atalissa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death7,717/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities99

Crime Rates: Atalissa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Atalissa has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,121/sq mi
Coordinates41.5717°N, 91.1665°W
County FIPS19139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.9-point margin. 91.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,121/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants105
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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